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| A | | (Res No. 0113-17) | Communication | Subject: Lieutenant Michael Smith would like to request acceptance of a donation of $5,019.00 from the Mount Pleasant Police Association to the Racine Police Departments K-9 Unit. The donation is a part of the K-9 calendar sale spearheaded by MPPD. (Res No. 0113-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/27/17: To accept a donation of $5,019.00 from the Mount Pleasant Police Association to the Racine Police Departments K-9 Unit.
Fiscal Note: There is no city match. | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from the Chief of Police requesting a line item budget for the Race, Equity, and Inclusion: A Leadership Program to Accelerate the Results in Racine. (Res No. 0114-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief of Police requesting a line item budget for the Race, Equity, and Inclusion: A Leadership Program to Accelerate the Results in Racine. (Res No. 0114-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/27/17: $15,000 be carried forward in account 13101-52200 (Police Department-Contracted Services) from the 2016 budget into the 2017 budget to help facilitate “Race, Equity and inclusion: A Leadership Program to Accelerate the Results in Racine”.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient remaining funds in the 2016 Police Department budget and line item account to facilitate the carry-forward. The $15,000 carry-forward combined with $5,000 already budgeted in 2017 will provide a total of $20,000 for this initiative. | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from the President of Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use City right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks. (Res No. 0115-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the President of Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. requesting permission to use City right-of-way for the 4th of July parade and permission to use North Beach for the fireworks. (Res No. 0115-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That permission be granted to Fourth Fest of Greater Racine, Inc. to close certain City streets on Tuesday, July 4, 2017, from 7:00 A.M. to 12:30 P.M., to hold the 2017 Independence Day Parade.
Further recommends that in the interest of public safety, the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to close the following streets:
Main Street from Shoreland Drive to 14th Street; 14th Street from the lake to Racine Street; Michigan Boulevard from Goold Street to St. Patrick Street; Ruby Avenue from South Street to Shoreland Drive; Walton Avenue, Romayne Avenue, Augusta Street, Wolff Street, William Street, Isabelle Avenue and Melvin Avenue from Main Street to Geneva Street.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be aut | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from Racine Area Veterans, Inc., requesting to use City right-of-way for the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29, 2017. (Res No. 0116-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Racine Area Veteran's, Inc., requesting to use City right-of-way for the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 29, 2017. (Res No. 0116-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That permission be granted to the Racine Area Veteran's, Inc. to use certain City streets for the Memorial Day Parade, to start at the intersection of Washington Avenue and West Boulevard, then proceed North on West Boulevard to Osborne Boulevard, and Osborne Boulevard to Graceland Cemetery, on Monday, May 29, 2017, between 9:00 A.M. and 12:00 P.M., in conjunction with this City-sponsored event. The detour for STH 20 is Lathrop Avenue, 16th Street and Taylor Avenue.
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works, City Engineer and Chief of Police be authorized and directed to provide assistance, in the interest of public safety, to implement this event.
Fiscal Note: Since the City is a co-sponsor of this event, there are no stipulations. | Referred | |
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| A | | Tristin Erickson (5K Events) requesting permission to use City right-of-way on July 22, 2017 for the Get Lei'd 5K Run/Walk. (Res No. 0117-17) | Communication | Subject: Tristin Erickson (5K Events) requesting permission to use City right-of-way on July 22, 2017 for the Get Lei'd 5K Run/Walk. (Res No. 0117-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That Tristin Erickson (5K Events) be granted permission to use City right-of-way on July 22, 2017, for the Get Lei’d 5K Run/Walk event with the following stipulations:
Permission be granted to Tristin Erickson (5K Events) to use the below City right-of-way (sidewalks and parking lanes) for the period of 8:30 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, July 22, 2017, for the Get Lei’d 5K Run/Walk.
Michigan Boulevard from Augusta Street to Michigan Court
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid.
B. A liability insurance certificate be filed prior to this event.
C. Any overtime costs incurred by any City department be charged to the sponsor.
D. The sponsor shall notify all abutting property owners seventy-two (72) hours in advance of this event.
E. If required, sponsor shall be responsible for submitting a Temporary Traffic Control | Referred | |
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| A | | Communication from the Chief Building Inspector wishing to add a new Courtesy Inspection Program in Ch. 18 of the City of Racine's Building Code. (Ord. 06-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Chief Building Inspector wishing to add a new Courtesy Inspection Program in Ch. 18 of the City of Racine's Building Code. (Ord. 06-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-28-17: That the City Attorney’s office draft/approve the ordinance to amend Ch. 18 of the City of Racine’s Building Code to add a new Courtesy Inspection Program subject to changing the fee from $150 to $100.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-11-17: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 04-25-17: That the City Attorney’s office draft the ordinance to amend Ch. 18 of the City of Racine’s Building Code to add a new Courtesy Inspection Program with a fee of $150 and direct the Chief Building Inspector to provide a Courtesy Inspection Program review one year after the program is initiated.
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| A | | Subject: New Application for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for Raza LLC, 2240 Northwestern Avenue, Ghillam Raza Mian, Agent. (8th District) | Communication | Subject: New Application for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for Raza LLC, 2240 Northwestern Avenue, Ghillam Raza Mian, Agent. (8th District).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-28-17: That the new application for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for Raza LLC, 2240 Northwestern Avenue, Ghillam Raza Mian, Agent be deferred for two weeks as applicant did not appear.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 04-11-17: That the new application for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for Raza LLC, 2240 Northwestern Avenue, Ghillam Raza Mian, Agent be approved.
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| A | | Rootworks Adoption | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting, for consideration and adoption as an amendment to the City of Racine 2035 Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map, the document titled “RootWorks Area Wide Plan and Implementation Strategy".
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-11-17: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing before the Common Council scheduled.
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| A | | Rootworks Adoption | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of City Development submitting, for consideration and adoption as an amendment to the City of Racine 2035 Comprehensive Land Use Plan Map, the document titled “RootWorks Area Wide Plan and Implementation Strategy".
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 5-11-17: That an ordinance be prepared and a public hearing before the Common Council scheduled.
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting modification to the 5-yard dump truck purchase. (Res No. 0090-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations requesting modification to the 5-yard dump truck purchase. (Res No. 0090-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-28-17: Amend the purchase of (2) 5-yard dump trucks to one (1) 6-yard dump truck with a snow and wing plow and an Epoke salter/deicer for this vehicle.
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/13/17: Amend the purchase of (2) 5-yard dump trucks to one (1) 6-yard dump truck with a snow and wing plow and an Epoke salter/deicer for this vehicle. Further recommend that $100,000 be transferred from account 45140-57311, DPW-Equipment-Vehicles-Highway, to account 45140-57301, DPW-Equipment-Highway.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient funds available in the 2017 Budget for the transfer and the purchases. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from Alderpersons of the 2nd, 3rd, 1lth, 12th, and 15th Districts requesting to meet with the Finance and Personnel Committee asking to “Ban the Box,” i.e. remove any question on City of Racine job applications asking if an applicant has bee | Communication | Subject: Communication from Alderpersons of the 2nd, 3rd, 11th, 12th, and 15th Districts requesting to meet with the Finance and Personnel Committee asking to “Ban the Box,” i.e. remove any question on City of Racine job applications asking if an applicant has been convicted of a criminal offense. (Res No. 0093-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/13/17: Recommend to follow through with removing any question on the City of Racine job applications asking if an applicant has been convicted of a criminal offense, "ban the box".
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a contract and accept funds of $4,980.00 from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection for the unwanted prescription drug collection. (Res | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to enter into a contract and accept funds of $4,980.00 from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection for the unwanted prescription drug collection. (Res No. 0091-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 3/13/17: To enter into a contract and accept funds of $4,980.00 from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection for the unwanted prescription drug collection program.
Fiscal Note: There is a City (soft) match required of $1,660.00 (Grant Control #00129). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to sign a contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services authorizing the City of Racine Health Department to continue as an Agent to conduct ins | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Health Administrator requesting permission to sign a contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services authorizing the City of Racine Health Department to continue as an Agent to conduct inspections of tattooing and body art establishments. (Res No. 0092-17)
Recommendation of the Finance & Personnel Committee on 2/27/17: To sign a contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services authorizing the City of Racine Health Department to continue as an Agent to conduct inspections of tattooing and body art establishments.
Fiscal Note: There is no City match required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Change Order No. 1 to Contract 20160012, Northside Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1), Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 0095-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Change Order No. 1 to Contract 20160012, Northside Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1), Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 0095-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-28-17: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-14-17: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160012, Northside Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1), Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($40,640.90).
Further recommends that the funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts:
($35,877.11) - Org-Object 40104-57500, Concrete St Pav Assessable
($ 5,653.00) - Org-Object 40104-57560, Sanitary Laterals
($ 1,056.00) - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers
$ 2,346.00 - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW Paving
($ 400.79) - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewers
($40,640.90) - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20160012, Northside Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1), Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 0096-17) | Communication | Subject: Final Payment on Contract 20160012, Northside Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1), Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 0096-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-28-17: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-14-17: That the work done by Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., under Contract 20160012, Northside Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1), be accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $594,512.25. Final Payment to include retainage.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0204-16, dated June 7, 2016. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Change Order No. 1 to Contract 20160015, 2016 Concrete Reconstruction - Kinzie Avenue (R1), Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 0097-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Change Order No. 1 to Contract 20160015, 2016 Concrete Reconstruction - Kinzie Avenue (R1), Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., contractor. (Res No. 0097-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-28-17: Defer
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-14-17: That Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160015, 2016 Concrete Reconstruction - Kinzie Avenue (R1), Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., contractor, as submitted, be approved in the deduct amount of ($66,880.97).
Further recommends that the funding accounts be adjusted by the following amount:
($50,737.70) - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW-Paving
$ 309.40 - Org-Object 45040-57515, DPW-Sidewalks
$ 96.26 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers
($23,761.28) - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewers
$ 2,510.49 - Org-Object 40102-57500, W/W Project-Water Main
$ 4,701.86 - Org-Object 40102-57560, W/W Project-Sanitary Sewer
($66,880.97) - Total
Fiscal Note: Funds are available as herein delineated. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Bid Results on Contract 20170006, 2017 Circuit Replacement - Wisconsin Avenue. | Communication | Subject: Bid Results on Contract 20170006, 2017 Circuit Replacement - Wisconsin Avenue.
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-14-17: That bids for Contract 20170006, 2017 Circuit Replacement - Wisconsin Avenue, be rejected and rebid at a later date.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations wishing to discuss the acceptance of a donation of LED light fixtures from Cree Lighting. (Res No. 0094-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations wishing to discuss the acceptance of a donation of LED light fixtures from Cree Lighting. (Res No. 0094-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 03-14-17: That the City accept the donation of LED light fixtures from Cree Lighting and that a letter of thanks be sent to them.
Fiscal Note: Estimated value of the donation of LED light fixtures is $4,500.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Public Safety & Licensing Committee requesting the appearance of Sam's Riverbank, LLC. d/b/a Days Inn Riverside, Sarmad A. Naimi, Agent, located at 3700 Northwestern Avenue to discuss consideration of revocation of their "Class B" l | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Public Safety & Licensing Committee requesting the appearance of Sam's Riverbank, LLC. d/b/a Days Inn Riverside, Sarmad A. Naimi, Agent, located at 3700 Northwestern Avenue to discuss consideration of revocation of their "Class B" license which may be in violation of the City of Racine's ordinance and statutes and as such, are subject to revocation and/or suspension pursuant to Wis. Stat. sec. 125.12(2)(1).
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-14-17: That the communication from the Public Safety & Licensing Committee requesting the appearance of Sam's Riverbank, LLC. d/b/a Days Inn Riverside, Sarmad A. Naimi, Agent, located at 3700 Northwestern Avenue to discuss consideration of revocation of their "Class B" license which may be in violation of the City of Racine's ordinance and statutes and as such, are subject to revocation and/or suspension pursuant to Wis. Stat. sec. 125.12(2)(1) be referred to a Due Process Hearing based on not being continuously engaged and selling alcohol from the lobby instead of the bar/restauran | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | New Application for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 5302 Washington LLC dba Ayra's Gas & Grocery, 5302 Washington Avenue, Fahim A. Ajmeri, Agent. (12th District) | Communication | Subject: New Application for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 5302 Washington LLC dba Ayra's Gas & Grocery, 5302 Washington Avenue, Fahim A. Ajmeri, Agent. (12th District)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-14-17: That the application for a Class "A" Retail Fermented Malt Beverage License for 5302 Washington LLC dba Ayra's Gas & Grocery, 5302 Washington Avenue, Fahim A. Ajmeri, Agent be approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on the bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, March 3, 2017. | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Communication from the Purchasing Agent submitting the report on the bids received for the sale of Abandoned Vehicles, March 3, 2017.
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-14-17: That this item be Received and Filed as the highest responsible bidder was Sturtevant Auto Salvage.
Fiscal Note: This will generate $15,225.00 in revenue for account 13101 48301. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | (Direct Referral) The Fire Chief is requesting permission to approve a contract with Scott Safety to establish an in-house repair agreement. (Res No. 0098-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) The Fire Chief is requesting permission to approve a contract with Scott Safety to establish an in-house repair agreement. (Res No. 0098-17)
Recommendation of the Public Safety and Licensing Committee on 03-14-17: That the communication from Chief Hansen requesting to approve a contract with Scott Safety to establish an in-house repair agreement be approved, subject to review and approval of the terms by the City Attorney's Office.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | (Direct Referral) Contract with Passport for Parking Meter Payment Phone App. (Res No. 0099-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Contract with Passport for Parking Meter Payment Phone App. (Res No. 0099-17)
Recommendation of the Transit and Parking Commission on 03-15-17: That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with Passport with the $1,000 promotion materials pending City Attorney review.
Fiscal Note: Funding is available in Org-Object 60383-52200, Contracted Services. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Review of a Certified Survey map for the property at 5101 Washington Avenue. (PC-17)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-8-17: That the 2-Lot Certified Survey Map for the property at 5101 Washington Avenue be approved subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | CU 5101 Washington Avenue (Res No. 0101-17) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request from Sarah Freymuth of the Redmond Company seeking a conditional use permit for drive-through facilities associated with a proposed full service Town Bank at 5101 Washington Avenue. (PC-17) (Res No. 0101-17)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-8-17: That the request be approved subject to conditions.
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| A | | (Res No. 0102-17) | Conditional Use Permit | Subject: (Direct Referral) Request from Austin Potrikus & Lindsey Kennedy seeking a conditional use permit for a mixed-use facility at 1626 Douglas Avenue having three uses: (1) auto repair, maintenance and restoration, (2) vehicle storage, (3) retain and/or office space. (PC-17) (Res No. 0102-17)
Recommendation of the City Plan Commission on 3-8-17: That the request be approved subject to conditions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | The Housing Department staff is requesting up to $50,000 for the purposes of temporary housing relocation assistance for program participants in the Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration Grant. (Res No. 0103-17) | Application | Subject: The Housing Department staff is requesting up to $50,000 for the purposes of temporary housing relocation assistance for program participants in the Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration Grant. All assistance recipients must be City of Racine residents. The Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration Grant is partly administered by the City of Racine Public Health Department. (Res No. 0103-17)
Recommendation of the Loan Board of Review on March 8, 2017, amended as follows: To approve the Kenosha/Racine Lead Free Communities Program be granted up to $50,000 of CDBG funds (Acct # 813) for the purposes of temporary relocation assistance for program participants from the City of Racine. Also that the Director of City Development be authorized to execute any agreements regarding the commitment of funds and support of the Racine/Kenosha lead hazard control grant.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG funds available in Housing Loan Account #813. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Request for Multifamily Revolving Loan Fund Program (Res No. 0104-17) | Application | Subject: Request for Multifamily Revolving Loan Fund Program (Res No. 0104-17)
Recommendation of the Loan Board of Reveiw on March 9, 2017: To approve the creation of the CDBG Multifamily Revolving Loan Program, as presented by City Development staff, funded at maximum of $700,000 in 2017, $600,000 in 2018, and $600,000 in 2019.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG Housing Loan funds available to meet this request. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Appointment to Position | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating the following appointments/reappointments:
Appoint James Palenick, Fayetteville, North Carolina as City Administrator.
Reappoint Melissa Kaprelian-Becker, 2050 LaSalle Ave Racine, 53402 to the Board of Parks, Recreations and Cultural Services, term expiring April 30, 2018.
Reappoint Amy Schaal, 847 College Ave, Racine, 53403 to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, for a three year term expiring April 30, 2020.
Reappoint Kristen Kaprelian, 421 Blaine Ave, Racine, 53403 to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, for a three year term expiring April 30, 2020. | Amended | Pass |
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| A | | Appointment to Position | Communication | Subject: Communication from Mayor Dickert nominating the following appointments/reappointments:
Appoint James Palenick, Fayetteville, North Carolina as City Administrator.
Reappoint Melissa Kaprelian-Becker, 2050 LaSalle Ave Racine, 53402 to the Board of Parks, Recreations and Cultural Services, term expiring April 30, 2018.
Reappoint Amy Schaal, 847 College Ave, Racine, 53403 to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, for a three year term expiring April 30, 2020.
Reappoint Kristen Kaprelian, 421 Blaine Ave, Racine, 53403 to the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, for a three year term expiring April 30, 2020. | Adopted As Amended: | Pass |
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| B | | Communication from M. Kaprelian-Becker & 21st Century Prep requesting to paint a mural at the REC (Res No. 0105-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Melissa Kaprelian-Becker on behalf of 21st Century Preparatory School requesting approval to paint an educational mural on the pavement near the canoe launch at the Root River Environmental Community Center. (Res No. 0105-17)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 2/8/17: To defer.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 3/8/17: To approve 21st Century Preparatory School's request to paint a mural on the pavement near the canoe launch at the Root River Environmental Center.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City. | Approved | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from the Director of PRCS to proclaim May 13, 2017 as International Migratory Bird Day in the city of Racine, Wisconsin (Res No. 0106-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Director of PRCS requesting May 13, 2017 be proclaimed as International Migratory Bird Day in the city of Racine, Wisconsin and all citizens are urged to celebrate this observance and to support efforts to protect and conserve migratory birds and their habitats in our community and the world at large. (Res No. 0106-17)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 3/8/17: To approve May 13, 2017 be proclaimed as International Migratory Bird Day in the city of Racine, Wisconsin.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from Jeff Collen, YMCA CEO/Lighthouse Run Director, requesting to use City right-of-way, Monument Square and Sam Johnson Parkway on Saturday, June 17, 2017, for the 39th Annual Lighthouse Run. (Res No. 0107-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Jeff Collen, YMCA CEO/Lighthouse Run Director, requesting to use City right-of-way, Monument Square and Sam Johnson Parkway on Saturday, June 17, 2017, for the 39th Annual Lighthouse Run. (Res No. 0107-17)
Recommendation of the Public Works and Services Committee on 02-14-17: Permission be granted to the sponsor of the Lighthouse Run to use certain City streets for the period of 6:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, June 17, 2017, and to close the following streets:
Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street
Lake Avenue from 8th Street to State Street
State Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue
Main Street from State Street to 3 Mile Road (west side two traffic lanes will remain open for two-way traffic)
Dodge Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard
Michigan Boulevard from Dodge Street to Wolff Street
Wolff Street from Michigan Boulevard to North Main Street
Further recommends that the Commissioner of Public Works be authorized and directed to communicate with the U.S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close Main Street Bridge to boat traffi | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Communication from Alderman of the 15t District requesting potential recreation use of the south portion of Vidian-Cheska Park | Communication | Subject: Communication from the Alderman of the 15th District requesting the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services consider potential recreational uses of the south portion of Vidian-Cheska Park.
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 3/8/17: To consider potential recreational use of Vidian-Cheska Park. Further recommend, the PRCS Board's Facility & Grounds Sub-Committee to initiate community discussions.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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| A | | Salmon Unlimited requesting permission to utilize Pershing Park and the Lake Michigan Pathway for the 2017 Salmon-A-Rama event. (Res No. 0108-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Salmon Unlimited requesting the use of Pershing Park and the Lake Michigan Pathway for the 2017 Salmon-A-Rama event from July 12, 2017 through July 25, 2017. (Res No. 0108-17)
Recommendation of the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 3/8/17: To approve Salmon Unlimited's request to use Pershing Park, including overnight hours, for the Salmon-a-Rama event from July 12, 2017 through July 25, 2017.
Fiscal Notes: Park permit fees & charges as determined by PRCS | Approved | Pass |
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| A | | Subject: Communication from the General Manager of the Wastewater Utility wishing to meet with the Board of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services to discuss the use of Brose Park for a future underground storage basin (Res No. 0109-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from the General Manager of the Wastewater Utility wishing to meet with the Board of Parks and Recreation to discuss the use of Brose Park for a future underground storage basin. (Res No. 0109-17)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 3/8/17: to approve the use of Brose Park for a future underground storage basin.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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144-17
| A | | Communication from Elizabeth Davidson requesting to use Pershing Park as an exhange point for the Ragnar Relay Chicago 2017 (Res No. 0110-17) | Communication | Subject: Communication from Elizabeth Davidson requesting to use Pershing Park as an exchange point for the 2017 Ragnar Relay-Chicago event beginning 8:00 p.m. Friday, June 9, 2017 until 8:00 a.m. Saturday, June 10, 2017. (Res No. 0110-17)
Recommendation of the Board of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services on 3/8/17: To approve Ragnar Relay's use of Pershing Park overnight from Friday, June 9, 2017 through Saturday, June 10, 2017.
Fiscal Notes: Park permit fees & charges as determined by PRCS | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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0972-16
| A | | College Avenue Bricks (Res No. 0111-17) | Communication | Subject: (Direct Referral) Consideration of a request to designate College Avenue, from 14th Street to DeKoven Avenue, as a historic artifact. (Res No. 0111-17)
Recommendation of the Landmarks Preservation Commission on 3-13-17: That the request for a historic artifact designation of College Avenue, from 14th Street be set aside at this time and instead, Resolution No. 8816 of June 7, 1983 be replaced with the attached resolution as amended by the Landmarks Preservation Commission on 3-13-17.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0090-17
| A | | Purchase of 5-Yard Dump Truck | Resolution | Purchase of 5-Yard Dump Truck
Resolved, that the request of the Assistant Commissioner of Public Works/Operations to purchase one (1) 6-yard dump truck (instead of two 5-yard dump trucks) with a snow and wing plow and an Epoke alter/deicer for this vehicle, is approved.
Fiscal Note: $100,000.00 will be transferred from account 45140-57311, DPW-Equipment-Vehicles-Highway, to account 45140-57301, DPW-Equipment-Highway. There are sufficient funds available in the 2017 Budget for the transfer and the purchases. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0091-17
| A | | Funds for Unwanted Prescription Drug Collection | Resolution | Funds for Unwanted Prescription Drug Collection
Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator is granted permission to enter into a contract and accept funds of $4,980.00 from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture Trade and Consumer Protection for the unwanted prescription drug collection program.
Fiscal Note: There is a City (soft) match required of $1,660.00 (Grant Control #00129). | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0092-17
| A | | Permission to Conduct Inspections of Tattooing and Body Art Establishments | Resolution | Permission to Conduct Inspections of Tattooing and Body Art Establishments
Resolved, that the Public Health Administrator is granted permission to sign a contract agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services authorizing the City of Racine Health Department to continue as an agent to conduct inspections of tattooing and body art establishments.
Fiscal Note: There is no City match required. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0093-17
| A | | Ban the Box | Resolution | Ban the Box
Resolved, that the request of the Alderpersons from the 2nd, 3rd, 11th, 12th, and 15th Districts to remove any question on City of Racine job applications asking if an applicant has been convicted of a criminal offense is approved to be removed.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0094-17
| A | | Donation of LED Light Fixtures from Cree Lighting | Resolution | Donation of LED Light Fixtures from Cree Lighting
Resolved, that the City may accept the donation of LED light fixtures from Cree Lighting and that a letter of thanks be sent to them.
Fiscal Note: Estimated value of the donation of LED light fixtures is $4,500.00. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0095-17
| A | | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160012 - Northside Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1) | Resolution | Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160012 - Northside Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1)
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160012, Northside Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1), Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of($40,640.90).
Fiscal Note: Funding accounts be adjusted by the following amounts:
($35,877.11) - Org-Object 40104-57500, Concrete St Pav Assessable
($ 5,653.00) - Org-Object 40104-57560, Sanitary Laterals
($ 1,056.00) - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers
$2,346.00 - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW Paving
($ 400.79) - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewers
($40,640.90) - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0096-17
| A | | Final Payment on Contract 20160012, Northside Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1) | Resolution | Final Payment on Contract 20160012, Northside Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1)
Resolved, that the work done by Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., under Contract 20160012, Northside Assessable Street & Alley Paving (R1), is accepted and final payment authorized for a total contract amount of $594,512.25. Final Payment to include retainage.
Fiscal Note: Contract was authorized under Resolution 0204-16, dated June 7, 2016. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0097-17
| A | | Change Order No. 1 to Contract 20160015, 2016 Concrete Reconstruction - Kinzie Avenue (R1) | Resolution | Change Order No. 1 to Contract 20160015, 2016 Concrete Reconstruction - Kinzie Avenue (R1)
Resolved, that Change Order No. 1 on Contract 20160015, 2016 Concrete Reconstruction - Kinzie Avenue (R1), Cornerstone Pavers, LLC., contractor, as submitted, is approved in the deduct amount of
($66,880.97).
Fiscal Note: Funding accounts be adjusted by the following amount:
($50,737.70) - Org-Object 45040-57500, DPW-Paving
$ 309.40 - Org-Object 45040-57515, DPW-Sidewalks
$ 96.26 - Org-Object 60484-57570, Storm Sewers
($23,761.28) - Org-Object 22640-57560, Sanitary Sewers
$ 2,510.49 - Org-Object 40102-57500, W/W Project-Water Main
$ 4,701.86 - Org-Object 40102-57560, W/W Project-Sanitary Sewer
($66,880.97) - Total | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0098-17
| A | | Scott Safety Contract | Resolution | Scott Safety Contract
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to enter into a contract with Scott Technologies, Inc. dba Scott Safety to establish an in-house repair agreement for self contained breathing apparatuses is approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0099-17
| A | | Parking Meter Payment Phone App | Resolution | Parking Meter Payment Phone App
Resolved, that the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to enter into an agreement with PassportParking, Inc. dba Passport, Inc. with the $1,000.00 promotion materials.
Fiscal Note: Funding is available in Org-Object 60383-52200, Contracted Services. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0100-17
| A | | Certified Survey Map - 5101 Washington Avenue | Resolution | Certified Survey Map - 5101 Washington Avenue
Resolved, that a certified survey map for the property at 5101 Washington Avenue is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the certified survey map as prepared by Key Engineering Group LTD. and presented to the Plan Commission on March 8, 2017 be approved subject to the conditions contained herein.
b. That all outstanding taxes must be paid prior to City sign-off and recording of the CSM.
c. That the transition yard requirement for areas along the south west property line of Lot 2 be noted and labeled on the CSM prior to sign-off and recording.
d. That the CSM comply with all applicable Wisconsin State Statutory requirements (Ch. 236.34) and Racine Municipal Code requirements (Ch. 86) in its preparation.
e. That within thirty (30) days of recording, a certified recorded copy of this CSM shall be provided to the Department of City Development.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0101-17
| A | | Drive-Through Facilities at 5101 Washington Avenue | Resolution | Drive-Through Facilities at 5101 Washington Avenue
Resolved, that the request from Sarah Freymuth of the Redmond Company seeking a conditional use permit for drive-through facilities associated with a proposed full service town bank at 5101 Washington Avenue is approved, subject to the listed conditions:
a. That the site information and plans presented to the Plan Commission at the March 8, 2017 meeting be approved.
b. That all codes and ordinances be complied with and required permits acquired.
c. That signage as presented is approved as part of this plan.
d. That revised plans be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development as follows: Prior to issuance of a building permit submit: (i) revised elevation drawings illustrating the application of additional stone work to the north and west facades of the building. (ii) revised dumpster drawings that illustrate the incorporation of colors reflective of the main building: decorative block, color integral, and illustrate a concrete pad and approach thereto. (iii) submit a revised landscape plan | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0102-17
| A | | Mixed-Use Facility at 1626 Douglas Avenue | Resolution | Mixed-Use Facility at 1626 Douglas Avenue
Resolved, that the request from Austin Potrikus & Lindsey Kennedy seeking a conditional use permit for a mixed-use facility at 1626 Douglas Avenue having three uses: (1) auto repair, maintenance and restoration, (2) vehicle storage, and (3) retail and/or office space, is approved, subject to the following conditions:
a. That the site information and plans presented to the Plan Commission at the March 8, 2017 meeting be approved.
b. That this approval is for only for AMP'DMOTORS, LLC.
c. That prior to the issuance of an occupancy permit the following shall be accomplished:
1. Submit a to-scale revised site plan that depicts the entire property along with the building outline, and a minimum of 17 indoor and outdoor off-street parking spaces.
2. The building be painted in a unified manner with paint colors and the paint scheme to be submitted for the review and approval of the Director of City Development.
3. All other uses shall have their proposal submitted for Access Corridor review and approval, and all conditions satisfied pr | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0103-17
| A | | Temporary Housing Relocation Assistance for Participants in the Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration Grant | Resolution | Temporary Housing Relocation Assistance for Participants in the Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration Grant
Resolved, that the request of the Loan Board of Review that the Kenosha/Racine Lead Free Communities Program be granted up to $50,000.00 of CDBG funds (Acct # 813) for the purpose of temporary relocation assistance for program participants from the City of Racine, is approved.
Further resolved, that the Director of City Development be authorized to execute any agreements regarding the commitment of the funds and support of the Racine/Kenosha lead hazard control grant.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG funds available in Housing Loan Account #813. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0104-17
| A | | Multifamily Revolving Loan Fund Program | Resolution | Multifamily Revolving Loan Fund Program
Resolved, that the City of Racine Loan Board of Review's recommendation for the creation of the CDBG Multifamily Revolving Loan Program, as presented by City Development staff, funded at maximum of $700,000 in 2017, $600,000 in 2018, and $600,000 in 2019, is approved.
Fiscal Note: There are sufficient CDBG Housing Loan funds available to meet this request. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0105-17
| A | | Educational Mural at Root River Environmental Community Center | Resolution | Educational Mural at Root River Environmental Community Center
Resolved, that the request of 21st Century Preparatory School to paint an educational mural on the pavement near the canoe launch at the Root River Environmental Center, is approved.
Fiscal Note: There will be no cost to the City. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0106-17
| A | | International Migratory Bird Day | Resolution | International Migratory Bird Day
Resolved, that the request of the Director of PRCS to have May 13, 2017 be proclaimed as International Migratory Bird Day in the City of Racine, is approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0107-17
| A | | 39th Annual Lighthouse Run | Resolution | 39th Annual Lighthouse Run
Resolved, that permission is granted to the sponsor of the Lighthouse Run to use certain City streets for the period of 6:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 17, 2017, and to close the following streets:
Main Street from State Street to Sixth Street
Lake Avenue from 8th Street to State Street
State Street from Main Street to Lake Avenue
Main Street from State Street to 3 Mile Road (west side two traffic lanes will remain open for two-way traffic)
Dodge Street from Main Street to Michigan Boulevard
Michigan Boulevard from Dodge Street to Wolff Street
Wolff Street from Michigan Boulevard to North Main Street
Further resolved, that the Commissioner of Public Works is authorized and directed to communicate with the U.S. Coast Guard requesting permission to close Main Street Bridge to boat traffic for the period of 7:40 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. on Saturday, June 17, 2017, to satisfy the needs of this run.
Further resolved, that this permission is granted with the following stipulations:
A. A hold harmless agreement be executed and a $75.00 processing fee paid | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0108-17
| A | | 2017 Salmon-A-Rama | Resolution | 2017 Salmon-A-Rama
Resolved, that the request of Salmon Unlimited to use Pershing Park, including overnight hours, for the Salmon-a-Rama event from July 12, 2017 through July 25, 2017, is approved.
Fiscal Notes: Park permit fees & charges as determined by PRCS | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0109-17
| A | | Future Underground Storage Basin at Brose Park | Resolution | Future Underground Storage Basin at Brose Park
Resolved, that the use of Brose Park for a future underground storage basin, is approved.
Fiscal Note: N/A | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0110-17
| A | | 2017 Ragnar Relay-Chicago | Resolution | 2017 Ragnar Relay-Chicago
Resolved, that the request of Elizabeth Davidson for the use of Pershing Park overnight from Friday, June 9, 2017 beginning at 8:00 p.m. through Saturday, June 10, 2017 at 8:00 a.m. as an exchange point for the 2017 Ragnar Relay-Chicago event, is approved.
Fiscal Note: Park permit fees & charges as determined by PRCS. | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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Res.0111-17
| A | | College Avenue from 14th Street to Dekoven Avenue - Guidance for its Maintenance, Repair, Restoration and Preservation | Resolution | College Avenue from 14th Street to Dekoven Avenue - Guidance for its Maintenance, Repair, Restoration and Preservation
WHEREAS, as part of the October 18, 1977 entry on the National Register of Historic Places of the Southside Historic District, in the district’s description, College Avenue has been described as a contributing factor as “Shaded by large trees… The street pavement between Fourteenth and DeKoven is red brick with granite curbs. It dates to 1897 and is one of two remaining brick pavements left in the city…”, and
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 8861 of June 7, 1983 provided instruction to the Commissioner of Public Works regarding the maintenance of College Avenue between 14th Street and DeKoven Avenue by stating the street is to be “maintained in its present condition with brick pavement and he be authorized to replace the limestone curbs with concrete curb segments on an as-needed basis”, and
WHEREAS, over the years and into the future, certain projects arise which can pose detrimental impact on the nature and character of College Avenue as described on the October | Approved as Presented | Pass |
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